The Sillyworks x Gateron Type R and Gateron Baby Kangaroo (V2) switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the tactile breed. They both feature POM stem material, standard stem shape, - g , - mm , however, they come with different top housing (PA66 vs PC), bottom housing (PA66 vs Nylon), spring (22 mm KOS double-stage extended vs 22 mm two-stage gold-plated), actuation (55 g vs 59 g), bottom-out force (60 g vs 67 g), pre-travel (2.20 mm vs 2 mm), total travel (3 mm vs 3.40 mm). That said, they are only slightly similar. Let's check out this side-by-side specs rundawn with details, availability -- and even current prices -- to figure out which one fits you the best!
The Sillyworks x Gateron Type R is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with PA66 top housing, PA66 bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm KOS double-stage extended spring. The 55g actuation occurs at 2.20mm. The 60g bottom-out occurs at 3mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Sillyworks. Manufactured by Gateron. | The Gateron Baby Kangaroo (V2) is a tactile standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm two-stage gold-plated spring. The 59g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 67g bottom-out occurs at 3.40mm. Extra: Light diffuser. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Gateron. |
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| Name | Sillyworks x Gateron Type R | Gateron Baby Kangaroo (V2) |
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| Type | tactile | tactile |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PA66 | PC |
| Bottom housing | PA66 | Nylon |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 22 mm KOS double-stage extended | 22 mm two-stage gold-plated |
| Tactile force | - g | - g |
| Actuation | 55 g | 59 g |
| Bottom-out | 60 g | 67 g |
| Tactile bump position | - mm | - mm |
| Pre-travel | 2.20 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3 mm | 3.40 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! Mixed GPL105&GPL205 on leaf spring, stem feet, and bottom housing rails. | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | Sillyworks | - |
| Manufacturer | Gateron | Gateron |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Gateron Baby Kangaroo (V2) is much more widely available, but the Sillyworks x Gateron Type R is also available in a lot of stores.
Clicking the links below take you to some notable keyboard shops offering Sillyworks x Gateron Type R and Gateron Baby Kangaroo (V2) switches. When accepted, the prices indicated already include the discount - use the KBDNEWS coupon code at checkout to claim your saving!
Prices, discounts, and stock status are checked regularly; however, changes since the last update cannot be ruled out. Everything here is for informational purposes only. Check the product pages for the latest prices!
Sillyworks x Gateron Type R force curve | Gateron Baby Kangaroo (V2) force curve |
No Sillyworks x Gateron Type R force curve available. |
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Sillyworks x Gateron Type R sound test | Gateron Baby Kangaroo (V2) sound test |
No Sillyworks x Gateron Type R sound test available. |
Comments on Sillyworks x Gateron Type R switches | Comments on Gateron Baby Kangaroo (V2) switches |
The Gateron Type R tactile switch might be the craziest tactile switch you have ever seen. Sillyworks' goal was to create a tactile switch that doesn't come with any linear travel: A 100% pure tactile switch. The Type R has a super short travel distance which is 3mm only. With the help of the elongated stem pole and tactile bump design, the tactility starts at the keypress and ends with the bottom-out. Sound-wise, because the travel is so short and bottom-out comes too quickly, the Type R switches tend to sound clackier than other Gateron tactile switches – Unikeys. | We are super excited to be offering these Baby Kangaroo switches. We experience a crisp, light switch-like tactility along with a marbley sound profile when using them – Milktooth. |
